Redevelopment worries seep into daily life at Palo Alto mobile home park
Residents of a Palo Alto mobile home park are worried that the property might be sold and the land rezoned to make way for more expensive housing.
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Low-wage jobs drive Silicon Valley employment growth, forcing more workers into long commutes
For the thousands of workers who earn less than $50,000 a year in Silicon Valley, it’s difficult to find an affordable place to call home, a new report shows.
Court says California can ax redevelopment agencies, send money to schools
The California Supreme Court upheld a bill that lets the state get rid of redevelopment agencies, putting projects in cities at risk.
Outlook grim for thousands of families who can’t afford to rent or own in Peninsula
In San Mateo County, a three-bedroom home that sells for $270,000 is considered “affordable.” Thousands of people are applying for dozens of less expensive apartments, and many are being priced out of the area.
Loss of redevelopment agencies could hinder housing growth in Redwood City
Affordable housing is already at a premium in Redwood City. Housing advocates fear Gov. Jerry Brown’s plans to eliminate redevelopment agencies will make it even more scarce.
Social Networking Candidate Comes Up Short in Mountain View
It was a bittersweet end to an exciting few months for would-be Mountain View City Council member and Google employee, Aaron Jabbari.
Santa Clara delays affordable housing project
Santa Clara officials have slowed plans for a 40-unit apartment development on El Camino Real, citing concerns over the proposed design that one City Council member termed “horrific.”